1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1971 Triumph TR6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 107 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | TR6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |